How We Spent Independence Day

So now that a full two months have passed, I think now would be the appropriate time to relay how we spent our Independence Day.  We happened to be in DC for the weekend of the fourth because a friend who lives there was getting married; since Isaac and I have both wanted to spend the Fourth of July in our nation's capital at some point in our lives, we decided now would be the perfect opportunity.  Thanks to our gracious hostess Laura, we were able to enjoy a lovely day in DC as we celebrated Independence Day.  Even though I had sprained my ankle pretty badly while in Philadelphia two days earlier, we were determined to take in as much of the atmosphere as possible. 

We spent a good portion of our time at the Archives, looking at the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights.  Seeing those historical documents was an incredible experience.  Being the history geek that I am, I love visiting places like the Archives, the Smithsonian, and the like which have historical significance.  We wandered around the city for a while, taking in the atmosphere.  I thought the Fourth in DC might be a bit more intense, but it looked to be mostly tourists (like yours truly).  At any rate, it was a great time; we eventually ended up on the steps of the Library of Congress to watch the fireworks show with our friends.  It was great time, even though my ankle was swollen to about five times its size by the end of the day!